Budgetel Inns & Suites - Decatur / Atlanta

Budgetel Inns & Suites - Decatur / Atlanta

2945 Gus Pl, Decatur, GA 30034, Decatur, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.3 / 5

Overview

Budgetel Inns & Suites - Decatur / Atlanta is a 2-star budget property in Decatur, Georgia. Public ratings place it at 3.3/5 from 237 reviews, reflecting a mixed guest experience. It’s positioned as a low-cost, no-frills option for travelers who prioritize price and basic in-room conveniences.

Rooms

Rooms are described as including a microwave and mini-fridge, supporting simple self-serve meals and leftovers. Some guests also note a work desk plus a single-seat couch and coffee table setup. Cleanliness and room condition are a recurring topic in reviews, with reports ranging from acceptable stays to significant concerns.

Breakfast & Connectivity

The hotel advertises free continental breakfast and free Wi‑Fi. No additional on-site dining or lounge information is documented.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The property is located at 2945 Gus Pl, Decatur, GA 30034, within reach of major Atlanta attractions by car. Nearby points of interest include Zoo Atlanta (~10.5 km), Fernbank Museum | 3D Theater | Forest (~10.1 km), Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park (~11.8 km), and Ponce City Market (~12.3 km). Downtown-area attractions such as Centennial Olympic Park (~13.6 km), World of Coca-Cola (~13.7 km), Georgia Aquarium (~13.9 km), Fox Theatre (~13.7 km), and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights (~13.8 km) are also within roughly 14–15 km, with Stone Mountain Park about 16.1 km away.

Best for

This property is best suited to budget-focused travelers who want basic in-room conveniences like a microwave and mini-fridge, plus free continental breakfast and Wi‑Fi. It can also fit short stays for visitors planning to spend most of their time at Atlanta attractions (e.g., Zoo Atlanta, Georgia Aquarium, and Centennial Olympic Park) rather than on-site.

Travel tips

Given the spread of nearby attractions (roughly 10–16 km away), plan on driving or using rideshare to reach key sites like Zoo Atlanta, Ponce City Market, and the Georgia Aquarium. If room condition and cleanliness are priorities, consider inspecting your room promptly at check-in so any issues can be addressed right away. Travelers sensitive to smoke or odors may want to confirm room preferences on arrival based on the range of experiences noted in reviews.

What guests say

Guest feedback is mixed: some travelers describe an affordable stay with friendly staff and acceptable cleanliness. Others report serious concerns about room condition and hygiene, including dirty fixtures and pest issues, and some mention smoke-related odor or signs of smoking in rooms. Basic room furnishings are noted, including a work desk and a small seating area in at least some rooms. Operational hiccups (such as an ice machine being out of service, with staff providing ice on request) also appear in guest comments.

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